Serafina, NM 87701(San Miguel County)

The Ranch with nearly 70,000 square feet of built improvements, western-themed sets, production-ready infrastructure, and a broadcast-quality media studio, is uniquely positioned as a turnkey filming location or satellite production base. Its cinematic terrain, secure and private access, and event-scale accommodations further support its appeal to studios, networks, and independent producers looking to capitalize on New Mexicos lucrative incentives and expanding media ecosystem.

FILM & PRODUCTION INCENTIVES

New Mexico is widely recognized as one of the top film production destinations in the U.S., offering a 25% to 35% refundable tax credit on qualified in-state expenditures. Productions that utilize rural locations like San Miguel County, hire New Mexico residents, or film at certified facilities are eligible for additional bonuses. Additionally, just two hours south of the ranch, Netflix operates a major studio hub in Albuquerqueits first U.S. production facilitywhich has accelerated the states prominence in the industry and increased demand for nearby, high-quality filming locations.

LOCATION & ACREAGE

The Ranch is located in the rural community of Serafina, NM, about 15 miles southwest of Las Vegas, NM (private jet airport), and approximately 40 miles southeast of Santa Fe, NM (commercial airport).

The Ranchs location near Interstate 25, with a private entrance off the frontage road, provides for easy privately maintained access. Easy private access along with superior seclusion is a rare combination on western ranches.

With a total of 3,425 acres including 2,535 deeded acres and 890 acres State of New Mexico lease land, the ranch has room to roam and room to grow. The diverse topography, rock outcroppings, land cover and vegetation also provide great seclusion as well as vistas. There are several miles of improved roads as well as numerous jeep and ATV trails on the ranch. A secluded fishing pond and shooting range are easily accessed from the ranch compound.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Historically significant is the fact that the Sante Fe Trail (circa 1821 - 1880) passes through the ranch.

The Santa Fe Trail was Americas first commercial highway. Traders established the trailwhich connected Missouri to Santa Fe, New Mexico and covered some 900 miles of the Great Plainsin 1821. Before its demise due to the completion of the Santa Fe railroad, the Santa Fe Trail served as a thoroughfare for countless traders, pioneers and Americas military, and it played a crucial role in Americas westward expansion.

WATER RESOURCES & FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

There are seven wells that serve The Ranch. Two wells supplement two separate stocked fishing ponds. There is also a 50,000-gallon water storage tank with a backup generator system that provides water for all of the improvements, including sprinklered fire suppression systems. Given the luxury quality of improvements, and the vast number of improved square footage, each improvement structure on the ranch is equipped with a highly improved fire suppression system that is routinely tested.

IMPROVEMENTS

The Ranch boasts nearly 70,000 sf of building improvements together with a host of additional infrastructure highlighted as follows:

Grand Hacienda Main Residence (14,672 sf, 11 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, 2 half-baths, detached 8-car garage, heated swimming pool, courtyard with viewing balcony)

Old Western Village General Store, Art/Studio (large recreation room and Radio/TV broadcasting sound room and setup), Three separate bunkhouses, Saloon (saloon reception area with four bedrooms), Office/Jail (separate offices and conference room)

Three (3) separate ancillary residences

Maintenance Barn/Shop -6,175 sf (concrete floor, office, large overhead doors, heated with ample storage area)

Large Equipment Shed 6,400 sf open sided shed specifically designed for large equipment

12,000 sf indoor arena

300x161 outdoor arena ideal for cutting, reining and separate team roping and calf roping setup

Multiple outdoor round pens

Horse Barn 9,000 sf (25 stalls with outdoor runs and automatic waterers, Veterinarian suite with bull bath and kitchen, office, tack room, wash stall, and feed room)

Hay Barn 5,000 sf with concrete floor and attached 6,000 sf overhang covering livestock corrals and chute facilities)

Greenhouse 3,000 sf (metal framed, concrete/dirt flooring, evaporative cooling system with large exhaust fans)

Multiple livestock sheds associated with the corrals and paddocks (mostly with automatic waterers). The improved area is meticulously landscaped to match the western theme.

A well-designed road system around the improvements as well as water and fire suppression infrastructure complete the compound.

LOCALE

The area is highlighted by Sante Fe and its renowned Southwestern style jewelry and art displays, shopping and museums. Visiting Sante Fe one will enjoy luxurious lodging, spas and southwestern Cuisine. History runs deep in the Southwest with an illustrious history involving Indian, Spanish and American cultures.

The historical significance of nearby Las Vegas, NM stems from the Sante Fe Trail, which also passes through the ranch on its way to its destination in Sante Fe.

The Southwest culture invokes its own historical style, with New Mexico offering its own lore. By adding in New Mexicos magical skies with pastel sunsets and sunrises and star filled nights one will always have fond memories of New Mexico and is mystique.

The Ranch is defined by and benefits from the natural and cultural amenities offered in this Southwest locale.

CLIMATE & WEATHER

The area has a moderate four-season climate offering a variety of visits to The Ranch throughout the year. Characterized by warm summers, dry and temperate spring and fall weather and cool winters.

The weather is described as sunny, dry and pleasant with summer daytime high temperatures around 80 degrees and overnight lows in the 60s. Winter daytime temperatures range from 40 to 50 degrees with overnight lows around 30 degrees. The area receives about 9 inches of rain and 20 inches of snow per year. The summer monsoon flows provide most of the summer moisture in July and August.

SUMMARY

The Ranch is an exceptional ranch estate and compound. Ideally designed for equestrian and western-themed events, the versatility of the property allows for any number of private and commercial events, including a turnkey filming location or satellite production base. With accommodation and infrastructure to host and entertain large groups, this iconic ranch property is ideally suited as a venue for western sporting events, corporate gatherings, or as a private recreational retreat. Steeped in New Mexicos Southwestern history and culture, The Ranch is a turnkey, one-of-a-kind legacy holding in an unforgettable setting.